Juul to Pay $40 Million in Teen Vaping Lawsuit

Juul to Pay $40 Million in Teen Vaping Lawsuit

Juul Labs is a company that manufactures electronic cigarettes – a battery-charged cigarette that vaporizes nicotine as an alternative to traditional burning cigarettes. The original goal for the e-cigarette was to become a replacement cigarette for smokers who wish to cut down on their nicotine consumption. However, the industry has led to an epidemic of…

Fisher-Price Recalls Baby Glider After 4 Infant Deaths

Fisher-Price Recalls Baby Glider After 4 Infant Deaths

Health Canada has informed the public of Fisher-Price recalling their 4-in-1 Rock n’ Glide soothers, and 2-in-1 Soothe n’ Play Gliders due to the possible risk of suffocation. These products are baby carriers designed to mimic the motion of a baby being rocked in someone’s arms.   There have been cases of infants being placed…

Avoid the Top 10 Causes of Pedestrian Accidents

Avoid the Top 10 Causes of Pedestrian Accidents

When drivers fail to obey the rules of the road, pedestrians can get hurt in catastrophic, life-threatening ways. Whether you are a driver or pedestrian, knowing the 10 top reasons why pedestrian accidents occur can help you to prevent them from happening. 1. Being Distracted Drivers using their cell phones, fiddling with the radio, or…

What are 5 Reasons Accident Rates Rise in the Summer?

What are 5 Reasons Accident Rates Rise in the Summer?

During different seasons, there are different driving hazards to be aware of. Knowing the season’s risks, will help you prepare, and avoid car accidents this summer season.   1. Road Congestion Summer is prime vacation season, with roads full of trailers, road trippers, cars packed to the brim, and teenagers driving to the beach on…

Canada Post Reports New Data Breach Affecting 950,000 Canadians

Canada Post Reports New Data Breach Affecting 950,000 Canadians

It was confirmed Wednesday, May 26th, 2021, that a malware attack took place against one of Canada Post’s largest suppliers, impacting 44 of their biggest corporate customers, and leaking the information of 950,000 Canadians, potentially more. The attack was against Canada Post supplier, Commport Communications, an electronic data interchange supplier. They manage the shipping manifest…

Medical Treatment Covered by No-Fault Insurers

Medical Treatment Covered by No-Fault Insurers

When the insured party survives a car collision but requires treatments, the insurance policy provides for medical coverage. The treatments covered are defined as follows in the contract: The insurer will pay with respect to each insured person who sustains a bodily injury as a result of an accident reasonable expenses resulting from the accident…

Candy Makers Sue Cannabis Companies for Imitating Treats

Mars Wrigley, the world’s leading manufacturer of chocolate, chewing gum, mints, and fruity confections, has recently filed lawsuits against several cannabis companies across Canada and the United States. Many cannabis companies have found it enormously profitable to purchase empty candy bags that replicate popular candy and resell them filled with mimicked THC-infused treats, including trademark…

Motorcycle Safety Tips for Riders and Drivers

Motorcycle Safety Tips for Riders and Drivers

  Riding a motorcycle is a way of transportation many people enjoy. However, motorcyclists are among the most vulnerable road users in Atlantic Canada. Even though motorcycle riding is often seasonal, and motorcycles are only 2% of registered vehicles on the road, 10% of Canada’s motor vehicle fatalities are motorcyclists. Due to the vulnerability of…

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